Thursday, October 13, 2011

Today I'd like to talk a little bit about nails. From your comments over the past few weeks, I can tell that a lot of you are obsessed with nails these days. And you're not alone. I'm right there with you. Us and pretty much everyone else it seems.

I've been monitoring nail trends since I first started working in the beauty industry {I won't count the years because then I'll feel real old, but trust be it's been a loooong time:)} and this is, by far, one of the most exciting times I've seen in the nail arena.

Sure there was Vamp {which was released my first year working in the beauty industry. Hint, hint :)}, Minx, and a few other things that made women excited over the years, most notably limited edition shades especially those released by Chanel, but we're really all over the place now.

A little bit about magnetic nail polish. I know it's been available in Europe for a while now but the states are finally getting a taste of it. Nails Inc. recently launched in Sephora US it is beyond fabulous! The nail color is infused with metallic particles and after applying the second coat you hold the magnetic bottle cap over your nail to create at really cool 3D looks. You can play for hours, I promise! Too much fun especially for a beauty junkie like me. :)

So what about you all? Any particular nail trends that you're playing with these days? Have any of you tried magnetic nail polish before? If so, 'd love to hear how you like it.

I mean I always have a nail polish on my nails for over 20 years now... and I mean always. And I love the new trends these days so chic and stylish not at all boring. Although there are days that I prefer the classic and simple ones.

Oh yes, I do love painting my nails! I love the darker colours and tend to stick to Chanel as they don't seem to chip as much. My favs are Blue Satin (deep blue), Vendetta (deep purple) and Particuliere (brown/grey). For everyday I do also love Ballerina, which is a gorgeous soft pink. Great post Dawn! xx

Yes, I am feeling the "fingernail fever" too. I am thinking of buying a shellac light for gel nails, (one of the perks of being a licensed stylist). That way, polish would stay on for a good 14 days. Logan's friends would all be over here non-stop... not sure there would much time left for much else if I get the light! xo

Dawn, I love it when you talk about all of your knowledge in the beauty department!!! :) As a product wh*re I get sucked into these posts! hahah!!! Loving all of the techniques esp the reverse french with the sparkles... oh and the ring... yes, the RING paired with the gunmetal polish, gimmie!!!!! xxLRT

I love experimenting with my manicures! I love the ombre trend (both of the ways...) but I haven't gotten around to actually try it out yet... I've never heard about magnetic manicure before (which one of the photos is it?) but it sure sounds interesting! I also love the reverse french manicure with glitter - so pretty!

Hello beauty!! I absolutely loved reading this, and I just always want to do more with my nails! It's exciting that you work in the beauty industry, and your knowledge of the trends is so impressive! I really just want to go nail polish shopping with you now! :) I naturally have really long strong nails, so I worry that a lot of these trends would be overwhelming for my long long nails. What do you think? What do you think is the best trend for nails that naturally grow French-tip-like? For having as great of nails as I do, I never take care of them like I should! :(

Such a fun post Dawn, and loving these images of beautiful nails!!!xoRachel

I am loving all things glitter for nails- like OPI's Muppet collection in Rainbow. I'm a girly girl, so what better accessory than glitter and shimmer??!! Love doing my nails bc it's the easiest way to switch up your look. Love your blog,I'm a new follower now, check mine out if you get a chance, I'm a mommy with a makeup problem...http://www.jennysuemakeup.com

Nails have kind of been at the bottom of my beauty prep list but I totally agree, they seem more exciting right now- just so many cool new applications- like those black with sparkly tips...so heavenly. All of these new products etc. are making me want to pay more attention to my rather sad looking nails...to much pretty not to try!

Dawn, you have no idea how much I like this post! Even though I get more product sent to me than I could ever use, polish never gets old for me--I always have so much fun with it! I haven't tried magnetic polish yet but I am in LOVE with the dark sea colors for fall and winter :)

Gorgeous nails - I love how many beautiful options there are and how they add so much to a look. I am getting my nails done on Saturday for a birthday present - and I can't wait. Love that treat!Much love,B

You know how much I love nail trends! :) I still need to master the ombre (I like it on each nail as opposed to the whole hand, obviously harder to do which I why I need to work on it lol) and I still need to pick up a Nails Inc magnetic polish! With Sephora's friends and family sale coming up thatll probably be a good time :)

In the last 10 months I have gone from owning less than 10 nail polishes to over 40. I used to stick to reds and nudes, but now I'm willing to try anything. Most recently I've been loving glittery polishes, especially those with big chunky glitter.

I loove the ombre nail look, but I haven't even mastered painting my nails to where they look professionally done. I never get the ends like they do at the salon, so I haven't tried the tricky stuff, but I really want to. Perhaps my unsteady hand would help with the Ombre though! I do love the glitter or different color on the ring finger. My girlfriend kept blue on her ring finger leading up to the birth of her son. :)

Dawn, I seem to play it a little safe with my nail color because I feel at my age i would look silly if I got a little wild with the glitter , etc. I will be 43 this month... But back in the day I loved to get a little wild .These photos are gorgeous! Have a pretty day! Kristin

hi dawn!! gorgeous pics my friend! and yes, i'm right there with you on the nail fun ~ right now i'm loving the glitter on one finger trend as well as polka dots, stripes and gems!! i'm curious about magnetic polish now ~ i've never tried it before!! and you are right about the trends just now reaching the u.s. ~ it has been in japan for a long time now!! hope your thursday was a great one my friend! ;) ;)xoxo ~ ks

I'll be honest I haven't had my nails done in a very long time. Maybe your email is a little reminder that I need to head to salon for a little r-n-r. :) I'd love to have my acrylics and a dose of color, a shade of red.

I am loving all these nail trends! I especially love that reverse French with the glitter and the glitter ring finger (I've tried this one, except without the glitter)! I really want to try the magnetic nail polish now!Great post!!